Book Review: Quick Keto Meals + Giveaway

Martina Slajerova is one of the most productive keto bloggers and authors out there. Her super-popular KetoDiet blog which accompanies her KetoDiet app, contains dozens of delicious low-carb recipes. The app also helps you plan and monitor your progress with your low-carb and/or keto diet.

Her new book (which has been on the market for a while, though) hits the spot when it comes to eating keto or low-carb as part of a busy modern lifestyle. Often, when you’re on a ketogenic or low-carb diet, it’s difficult to find quick and easy recipes to keep you on track. When it takes hours to cook healthy meals — and even to find the ingredients for those meals! — it’s easy to fall off the low-carb wagon and grab an unhealthy, sugary snack.

That’s why I’m especially delighted to find Martina’s Quick Keto Meals in 30 Minutes or Less so helpful. All the recipes are easy to make and, as the name suggests, they are all ready to eat in 30 minutes or less. And it’s more than just recipes; there are great tips in the book as well! If you’re taking the first steps on your low-carb and keto journey, you’ll learn exactly what to eat and what to avoid. There’s even a food pyramid that looks very different from the “official” recommendations. This food pyramid is made for ultimate health—unlike the official food pyramid, which was created as a marketing tool for the food industry, not as a means of supporting people’s health.

For this post, I’ve chosen to prepare an especially easy recipe with only 5 ingredients: Chorizo Egg Muffins, which appears on page 76. It has some unexpected ingredients in addition to chorizo and eggs: kale and pumpkin puree! (Don’t worry: they work perfectly together!) The pumpkin makes the muffins deliciously moist and lends them a rich, autumnal flavor, too. Personally, I’m a huge pumpkin fan—which is why I have several recipes featuring pumpkin, from breakfasts to soups, dinners, muffins, pies, bars, desserts and even drinks). And that’s another reason I chose to try this pumpkiny recipe first.

Preparing the Chorizo Egg Muffins

The ingredients in these muffins are all easy to obtain. Kale — the all-time super food! — grows right in my garden. Pumpkin, however, doesn’t. (But don’t blame me for not trying! on my previous post, I planted several varieties of pumpkin, and they blossomed beautifully, but no pumpkins grew from the blossoms.)

That means I have to rely on the frozen, roasted pumpkin roasted pumpkin in my freezer. You can choose canned pumpkin, too, but just make sure it’s 100% pumpkin—preferably organic—without added sugar.

Now all I was lacking was chorizo and eggs, both of which I got from the nearest grocery store. The recipe calls for manchego cheese or cheddar cheese as an optional ingredient, and I planned to make one batch with manchego. Here in Europe it’s easy to get a hold of since it’s Spanish, but if you can’t find it, never fear: I bet cheddar cheese will work just as well, especially if you’re after a heartier, cheesier version of these muffins.

Then I started to prepare the muffins. First, I fetched some kale from my garden.

I steamed the kale for 5 minutes.

Then I cooked the diced chorizo for 2 minutes on a hot, dry skillet.

I added the steamed kale and cooked it for another minute.

I let the chorizo and kale cool down while I was combining the pumpkin and eggs in a bowl.

Then I added the chorizo and kale mixture to the bowl with the eggs and pumpkin puree…

Plus some salt…

…and pepper, too.

Again, short mixing but this time I used a spoon to combine everything well. I didn’t use cheese in this batch since I wanted to try the basic recipe, but if you’re using cheese, now is the right time to add it.

I spooned the mixture into a silicone muffin pan. I love all things mini, so I used a mini muffin pan and was prepared to reduce the baking time. The mixture looks really fluid, but don’t despair; it will solidify while baking.

After removing the muffins from the oven, I let them cool until they were warm, not hot, since I prefer my savory muffins warm rather than fridge-cold.

Excitedly I took a bite of one muffin. I was eager to see how the combination of chorizo, kale and pumpkin worked together. It was a huge success! The muffin was unbelievably tasty. You could really taste the pumpkin, too, which made them even more delicious!

I had made Sugar-Free Sweet Chili Sauce from homegrown chilis and it was a perfect match for these muffins: nothing beats the combo of sweet, savory and spicy!

Final thoughts

This Chorizo Egg Muffin recipe was just one example of the quick and easy recipes Martina’s Quick Keto Meals book offers. There’s no doubt that you’ll find your new favorite recipes and keto staples in the 100 recipes the book contains. Next, I’m going to treat myself to Sloppy Joe Lettuce Cups, Creamy Broccoli Soup, Speedy Keto Crackers, and Blackberry Lemon Mousse. To celebrate the fall season, I’m definitely going to make some Chewy Pumpkin and Chocolate Chip Cookies! And last but not least, as Martina is the queen of fat bomb recipes, her No-Bake Blondie Fat Bombs are a must-try. I’m getting hungry just thinking about it.

If you want to make your keto lifestyle easy, you simply have to get this book!

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I received my winner’s cookbook last Wednesday. Thank you so much. It is a lovely book, and there are a lot of delicious looking recipes for me to try. I have looked through it from cover to cover. Very nice! I apologize for not checking my e-mail sooner. I truly forgot to look, as I rarely check my e-mail any more since being on Facebook. Again, thank you very much. Looking forward to trying some of the recipes.

I just started Keto diet so this morning I couldn’t sleep so got up at 3:30 AM and made the chorizo egg muffins. I added a diced jalapeño while cooking chorizo and kale because I love spicy foods. It is delicious! Also added your app this morning! Would love to win your recipe book!!

I am just starting with keto and so far my favorite snacks are Dark chocolate and Parmesan crisps. I checked the eBook out from the library and absolutely love it!! I would love to win the book!! I am looking forward to getting the ketodiet app soon!!

Oh so many.. my favourite currently is a biltong I found that doesn’t have added sugar. I will be making my own given the cost of it though 🙂 Love your website and the easy read with foolproof instructions for recipes. Nice touch. Thank you.

Your recipes have given me variety and some even have cut down the time I spend in the Kitchen. I have a disability which doesn’t allow me to stand for long periods of time … dinner is usually a 3-4 hour affair =(

Hi. My all time favorite snack is a fat bomb. I’m still fairly new to this keto lifestyle and I’m not getting enough fat it seems. So I keep trying. Love the recipe shared above today. Trying to get some into the freezer for standby meals. Thanks. Would love to win this cookbook too!

I am pretty new to Keto, but so far my favorite snack is Better than Mounds fat bombs. OMG they are so good. I am going to try these muffins because I need fast easy breakfast meals. I see you made mini muffins, the nutritional info you have, is that for regular or mini muffins?
I really need this cookbook!

This looks so yummY! Can’t wait to try it! If you live in the Americas, chorizo may be easy to find hence it’s also a part of a hispanic diet. If they don’t have it at your local grocery, try a Mexican carnicería, there you will definitely find different brands and varieties!
As for the Manchego cheese, that too is very common, at least in Mexico, but probably, and correct me if I’ve wrong, gouda cheese (specially Chilean gouda) is delicious as well and high in fat.
As for me, I prefer gouda, but if I find the Manchego on sale, I would buy it. Here, at the delis, you will always have the employees slice, shred, or cube your cheese… you just let them know how you prefer it.

I have only been on Keto for three days so I am new to the diet but so far my favorite snack is a hard boiled egg or meat and cheese roll ups. I need more ideas because I feel like I am not allowed to eat anything. I love to cook so I hope I get your cookbook! Cooking is like therapy for me.

I have to say my favorite it pumpkin muffin in a mug. I not very good at cooking. Boy oh boy am I trying to learn. I have the fat bomb book, which as been a life saver. I need some quick recipes. I end up not eating because the thought of making a lengthy meal is just too much. 🙂

Yay! Breakfast on the go– what’s not to love about that? My favorite snack is a fat bomb— lemon, coconut, chocolate… the possibilities
are endless! The cool creaminess is so satisfying for a summer treat!

Favorite(s) I would say have avocado “anything” but I am lazy at times so a book with 30 minutes or less recipes is ideal. Deciding on what to eat is a hard part but then once you decide there’s the whole “now I got to make it” hahaha

and I need to get away from avocado “anything” – it tends to get pricey !

My favourite snack is a square of 85% dark chocolate with a few raw almonds. I usually have this with my coffee, satisfying my sweet tooth so I don’t reach for biscuits or cake. It is also a great takeaway snack when you are on the run.

Those look awesome. I’m really new to keto (like just started two weeks ago) and I’ve been afraid to snack. My downfall has always been snacking. I’m loving the lifestyle so far and can see me being able to sit k with it. I have indulged in a few macadamia nuts in a rush, but would live to learn about other snacks.

I am new to Keto in fact i am still in the organisational faze. These muffins looks great and i look forward to tasting them. In fact if you ever need a taste tester for recipes i’d be happy to raise my hand. This is all so new to me i am finding it overwhelming but i will get there and look forward to reading through all the support and advice of your blog!

Looks great, I must try it !! I usually make cauliflower muffins, similar to these kale & pumpkin, but I make them for breakfast or lunch, rather than snacking. My snacks usually are nuts, cheese or pickles, I have always in my pantry / fridge.

I am not gluten intolerant but collect gluten-free recipes because they are healthy. I cant wait to try this recipe as I have the ingredients now and am intrigued by the combination. I am lacking the sausage so will need to get some first.

These muffins sound delicious, I am going to make them tomorrow. My favourite Keto snack is Martina’s Keto Hummus from her Keto Diet Cookbook. There are so many good recipes it’s hard to choose a favourite.
I would love for you to pull my name from Hello Kitty so I can try even more recipes.
Thanks

I have ordered and am anxiously awaiting your fat bomb cookbook. I just signed up for your blog and your 33 tips. thank you for all of your recipes. I am just starting the ketogenic diet and it helps to have a place to go to for recipes and helpful tips. Thank you.

I love your app, and recipes!!! Since I’m pretty new to keto I have to learn alot and I’m always into new recieps. I just tried your cirozo egg muffins and I love them!!!
My favorite snack so far is nuts or pork rind… I will try some cookie with chocolate and pecans sometimes this week to get the kids also in healthier snacking.
I’m also a fan if the keto coffee (without any sweetener)
I’m really looking forward to find manybmire beautiful keto recipes!

I love keto smoothies with avocado, kale or spinach or cabbage, coconut milk and cream, stevia, frozen berries, and ice cubes. Relatively high in calories for a snack but oh, so delicious and filling. You can even add rum or tequila for a lovely frozen drink…

I’m new to keto and still trying to figure out how to optimize the process, but right now my favorite snack is a mini salad of avocado slices, baked chicken bits, tiny mozzarella cubes and just a little organic sour cream – it’s remarkably refreshing.

looks delicious can’t wait to try it. I love eating muffin eggs in the morning at work. my favorite snack is bacon and fried eggs with avocado. I am new to Keto, lost 10lbs in 26 days, so i’m very excited.

Mmmm..so many great ideas from reading your comments! At home we enjoy keto-bread and rolls. Well, I’ve been experimenting and though not perfected, this life style change has been a gift to me and my daughter.

Wow that looks awesome .. So yummy ,, I’m gonna try all the recipes.. My daughter got me looking into these foods ,, she cooks these recipes and I was so impressed to eat more healthy.. I’ve always been into healthy eating and have made many mistakes but with these recipes I see the difference.. The fat bombs are so good,, I will be ordering your books soon so I can get more recipes,, I like looking through cook books and finding new foods,, I love it ,,keep up the good work.. oh and yes I would love to get a book even free..

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